Best Blue Earth County Podcasts (2024)

Explore how the Mahkato Wacipi or Mankato Powwow got its start and the cross-cultural significance of this annual event.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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The Hunt House 22:31

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Explore the history of a local landmark: the Hunt House; today better known as the Moulin Rouge Bed & Breakfast.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Ott Cabin 22:30

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The history of the Ott Cabin, now located in Mankato’s Sibley Park.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Rapidan Dam 25:59

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Discover the history of a local landmark – The Rapidan DamBy Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Blue Earth County Fair 20:24

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The Blue Earth County Fair has a long history. Learn about it here.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Minneopa State Park 21:23

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Discover the history of Minneopa State Park, located just outside of Mankato.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Yaeger School House Ghost 18:40

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Explore the mystery of the Yaeger School house in Rapidan Township.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Green Gables Tornado of 1946 21:16

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Hear about Blue Earth County’s deadliest tornado: the 1946 Green Gable Tornado.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Mankato Hospitals 20:58

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From Tourtellotte to ISJ – over 130 years of Mankato’s hospitals.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Madison Lake Resorts 19:18

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Discover the early history of Madison Lake resortsBy Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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1965 Flood 21:01

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Take a look back to the flood of 1965 and how it changed the landscape.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Victory Highway 20:01

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Explore the history of Victory Highway – the stretch of State Highway between Mankato and Mapleton.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Typhoid Fever 20:01

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Hear about the Typhoid Fever Epidemic of 1908By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Blue Earth County Historical Society 20:01

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The Blue Earth County Historical Society started in 1902. Learn more about its history.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Seppman Mill 21:01

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Discover the long history of Seppman Mill.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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James Tinkcom 20:02

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Explore the area of James Avenue (aka Tinkcomville) and Stoltzmann Road.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Mount Kato Ski Haven 20:02

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Explore the history of a local landmark: Mount Kato also known as SkiHaven.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Marian Anderson 20:02

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Discover the life story of Mankato’s very own nationally-acclaimed artist, Marian Anderson.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Honeymead Oil Spill 19:31

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Learn about one of Minnesota’s largest oil spill, the Honeymead Oil Spill of January 1963.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Mankato Post Office and Federal Courthouse 20:02

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Explore the history of a local landmark: the Mankato Post Office and Federal Courthouse.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Prohibition, Moonshine and Gangsters in Blue Earth County 22:31

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Explore local Prohibition stories, including Gangsters, a Shady Lady, and a drunk carp.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Mankato Street Names - Part 2 20:01

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Explore Mankato Street Names based on some of our very first settlers and the impact they had on the budding community. Part 2By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Mankato Street Names - Part 1 21:31

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Explore Mankato Street Names based on some of our very first settlers and the impact they had on the budding community. Part 1By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Pioneer Memorial Cemetery 20:31

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Explore the mystery steps near Thompson Ravine that stand in memory of Rural Grove Cemetery and Pioneer Memorial Cemetery on North 6th Street; the location of one of our City’s heritage plaques.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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The 10 Remarkable Men of Garden City 22:33

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Meet the 10 “remarkable” men of Garden City.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Maud Hart Lovelace and the beloved Besty-Tacy series 20:25

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The history of the Maud Hart Lovelace, the beloved Besty-Tacy series of children’s novels, and the two local homes dedicated to the memory of the author and books.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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R.D. Hubbard House 21:27

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Discover the history of the Historic R.D. Hubbard House: the home, the family, and the mill; all woven in the rich history of Mankato.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Blue Earth County Courthouse 20:08

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Historic Blue Earth County Courthouse is a prominent building filled with over a century of stories from the top to the bottom.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Ellerbe Building 22:28

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The history of the Ellerbe Building – its vibrant past that continues to serve as a community gathering space today.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Education 20:02

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Women's History Month continues with two women who made history in education. Mankato’s first teacher, Sarah Jane Hanna, and higher education leader Julia A. Sears. The original air date was March 2020.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Law and Politics 21:01

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For Women's History Month meet some of the women who made local history in law and politics, including Charlotte Farrish, Sarah Christie Stevens, and Najwa Massad. The original air date was March 2020.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Women’s Suffrage in Blue Earth County 21:01

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The history of the 19th Amendment and the League of Women Voters.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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First Presbyterian Church 19:31

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The history of Mankato’s First Presbyterian Church and the historic 1857 bell.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Sibley Park Honoring World War 1 20:02

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The history behind the heritage plaque at Sibley Park honoring our county’s World War I servicemen and women. Plus one local woman’s lasting legacy to support veterans.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Spanish Flu in Blue Earth County 22:01

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Hear about the Spanish Flu Pandemic that ravaged the world from 1918-1920. Original Air Date: February 24, 2020By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Riverfront Park 21:02

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The history of Riverfront Park – a city park along the River, from a Captains of Industry and Innovation to today’s premier event venue.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Highland Park 20:31

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The history of Highland Park – the history of a city park on a hill; from a Civil War recruitment center to a Tourist Camp, to today’s neighborhood park.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Tourtellotte Park 20:02

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The history of Tourtellotte Park: the history of a place, a city park, and a pool, all named after Mankato’s first philanthropist.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Sibley Park 19:03

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The history of Sibley Park – a city park and gathering place for all ages. From horse races to Mutt and Jeff, to today’s Kiwanis Holiday Lights.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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Washington Park 20:08

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The history of Washington Park – a city park that once housed a railroad line and depot, Mankato’s first schools and churches; and today serves as a recreational space for a vibrant neighborhood.By Jessica Potter and Jeff Lang

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